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  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 6, 2010
New books will send tongues wagging

Sue-Ellen Welfonder's passions: Scotland. The paranormal. Dogs. Welfonder, a Longboat Key resident, wishes dogs everywhere were as beloved as her Jack Russell terrier, Em. So, she has contributed a story, 'A Man, a Woman and Haggis' to 'Tails of Love,' an anthology of never published stories from 10 authors. Part of the authors' proceeds will go to the Animal Adoption Foundation. Tempted for more reading material? Welfonder also has out a new Scottish historical romance novel, 'A Highlander's Temptation.'

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
File Photo. Kim and Cecil Calloway renew their vows during the Say 'I do' Again ceremony Feb. 14 on Siesta Key Beach.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • February 11, 2016
Sarasota calendar 2.11.16

Sarasota and Siesta Key events for the week of Feb. 11.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Students have been evacuated and accounted for at Southside Elementary, which was the target of a bomb threat Thursday afternoon. (Courtesy Sarasota Police Department)
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • January 14, 2015
UPDATE: 'All clear' after bomb threat at Southside Elementary

Southside Elementary School was evacuated following a bomb threat this afternoon.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 2, 2009
Letters to the Editor

Letters to the Editor

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Maison Blanche
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • October 3, 2012
BUSINESS OBSERVER

Wyland to showcase his latest artistry at St. Armands gallery; Maison Blanche chef/owner to recreate award-winning dinner

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Read one of our favorite Cops Corner entries from the archives.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 4, 2011
Classic Cops of the Day: Sarasota

Enjoy a classic Cops Corner entry from the Sarasota Observer archives.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Palmetto'  s Sarah Mackie lines up a shot during the Sporting Clays Tournament Thursday to benefit Suncoast Charities for Children.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 5, 2017
Lakewood Ranch fundraiser starts off with a bang

Thunder by the Bay kicks off with Sporting Clays Tournament.

  • East County
  • News
Freshman Anthony Pistella played No. 1 singles for Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 1, 2015
Double Take

After trailing the first day of the tournament, the Lakewood Ranch High girls tennis team came back in doubles to win the district title.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 11, 2011
Top Cops of the Week

Enjoy this week's top Cops Corner stories from all Observers.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • September 1, 2010
Rusty Chinnis snaps up four outdoor writing awards

Rusty Chinnis snaps up four outdoor writing awards

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Kent Chetlain |
  • April 23, 2009
KEY REAL ESTATE: Cedars West condo sells for $515,000

KEY REAL ESTATE: Cedars West condo sells for $515,000

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
  • By Kent Chetlain |
  • April 23, 2009
Cedars West condo sells for $515,000

Cedars West condo sells for $515,000

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  • News
The "KidsTown Commission" addresses Sarasota City Commissioner Paul Caragiulo during National Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • April 28, 2014
VIDEO: 'KidsTown Commission' tackles GWIZ dilemma

Children of city of Sarasota staff posing as commissioners during National Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day Thursday, debated building a Disney World-esque castle or aquarium on the bayfront.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Erich Weber founded Financial Forum @ the Ranch about one year ago.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 23, 2010
Financial forum brings CNBC adviser to Lakewood

Contributor David Kotok will speak at Financial Forum @ the Ranch's Dec. 2 meeting.

  • East County
  • News
Johanna Fincher, soprano, Joseph Holt, artistic director and Amy Connours, alto of Gloria Musicae, will perform their philanthropic concert at the Sarasota Opera House.
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • November 18, 2014
The Art of Giving

Gloria Musicae leads a concert to reflect and raise awareness for local philanthropy and homelessness.

  • Arts + Culture
Patricia Picchi enjoyed lunch at the celebration.
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • November 21, 2013
Ten-year celebration

The Glenridge on Palmer Ranch celebrated 10 years of being a community, Monday Nov. 18.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The new Palmer Ranch Park will be located between The Legacy Trail, The Hamptons and Wellington Chase.
  • By Robin Roy |
  • July 26, 2011
Palmer Ranch park donation approved

More than 80 acres of undeveloped land will become a new public park providing a link to The Legacy Trail.

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  • By Jack Littman-Quinn |
  • September 13, 2012
Yume: A sushi stand-out on Main Street

Yume: A sushi stand-out on Main Street

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  • By Jen Blanco |
  • February 13, 2013
Booker sophomore finishes as state runner-up

Booker High sophomore Alexandria Bartley finished second in the 183-pound weight class of the FHSAA Finals Feb. 9, at the Kissimmee Civic Center.

  • East County
  • Sports
The ceremony was held around 4 p.m., July 22. Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • July 25, 2011
Ranch Humane Society opens boutique

The Humane Society at Lakewood Ranch celebrated the grand opening of its new consignment boutique Friday.

  • East County
  • News
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